~How TWO trips became...who knows? ~ It's a TRIP! and an upgrade.... 4/22

[VroomVroomLightning]

Maroo,
You and Rachel's family have been in my constant prayers.

 

[Somer]

maroo,
I'm so sorry, please know you and rachel and her family are all in our prayers.

 

[If U Had Wings]

I will keep all of you in my prayers!

 

[maroo]

Friday Update #2 - ICU

Joyce is able to stay with Rachel back there. Which is very nice, because normally they don't let people back there.

They are now saying that they believe she has an infection that has made her septic (in the blood) and that it could have crossed into her brain.

Joyce has this sudden peace this afternoon. Long story, but it sounds like Rachel is saying goodbye.

I will keep you guys updated.

Thank you for praying. We certainly feel your prayers.

 

[jenb1023]

I am so sorry.
I am happy though that both Rachel and Joyce have seemed to found some peace with everything.

 

[Sandy321]

I'm so glad that Joyce can feel the AWESOME spirit of the Lord - I am so sorry about Rachel, I feel so sad for Joyce, the only thing I can hold onto is the peace of the Lord - constant prayers - that the Lord may shoulder the pain and leave His peace -

 

[macntosh]

Friday Update #1 - ICU

Rachel is now in the ICU. She had trouble breathing last night and they moved her to the Medical ICU. Rachel has a Do Not Resuscitate order, so they will not be intubating her or doing any heroic measures. We have no timetable for this, but it seems like things are continuing to go downhill fast.

Please pray for Joyce. And that the whole situation would work out for God's glory.

Thank you for praying!

Maroo, your an amazing spirit and I'm glad this family has you to show how much the Lord has loved us. Be strong in his Spirit and know the saints and angels are singing praises to our King with you.

In his spirit!

Matthew

 

[MomTo4+more]

I only know One who gives peace beyond all understanding. I am glad they are sensing He is near. Still praying.

 

[Sandy321]

Maroo - this is not an easy time - its getting late - the night is near - take comfort in all who are surrounding you in spirit - dont let go - He is near, He has a plan for us, Let go, Let God - - so much easier said than done - we're here - praying...praying.... praying always. without ceasing!

 

[eyor44]

Maroo
Still praying for everyone. You, Joyce, Rachel and the doctors. Know that we are all here for you.

 

[VroomVroomLightning]

I just wanted to let you know that you and Rachel's family are in my prayers

 

[KathyRN137]

Jesus, we trust in You​

Kathy

 

[maroo]

Friday Update #3 - ICU

I think I may actually have some good news! Not much...but the first sign of improvement we have seen. She is producing a little more urine. This is important, as it may mean she is regulating her electrolytes a little better.

She has gained a lot of water weight...they think almost 20 pounds.

They are messing with her fluids, so hopefully that will help.

We have a LOT of unanswered questions tonight. Ra is so agitated that they have had to restrain her and sent all visitors out. For the night, probably.

But she made it through the day, which I am encouraged about.


I did get home and got the mail and my planning DVD from Disney was in the mail for our trip. I lost it. I can't even believe that we won't make it to that magical trip...so I am determined to believe we can. Maybe this is just the medicine she was on (which they have stopped 2 of her medicines now) and maybe she can come out of this and we can get Rachel back. She has beaten death before.


Noah, tiggerbell (lost her Mom), Mya...we have all had bad news this week that just reminds us...

Go hug your kids. Go make up with your spouse. Call your parents. Write a letter (snail mail - it's a lost art) to your best friend.

Treasure the time you have with your family and friends - you never know when you will be sitting in the ICU waiting room. Life changes in an instant.

I love you guys. Thanks for all of the support...it means so very much to me!

I will keep you guys updated. I am now home and going to sleep before midnight for the first time in days.

 

[Sandy321]

May you have a peaceful sleep - with sweet dreams!!

Rest

continued prayers!

 

[VroomVroomLightning]

Good News...YAY...I will keep checking for updates

 

[A.Mickey]

I'm here I hope you are getting some well deserved sleep! What a draining week it has been for you! I hope things turn for the better with Rachael

 

[eyor44]

Praise the Lord for small miracles! We will keep praying and Maroo you keep on believing.

 

[MomTo4+more]

It's a glimmer of hope. I hope things can keep improving for her. We are still praying!

 

[jenb1023]

Sorry to hear she is still agitated but glad to hear there seems to be a little improvement. to all of you! Keep us posted whenever you have time.

 

[maroo]

Saturday Update #1 - ICU

We are BETTER!!!!!!!

Not much better. Not all the way better. But they found that she was septic (blood infection) and started antibiotics yesterday for that.

For the first time in days, we are looking forward to the future.

The bottom line is that doctors are now saying...she is better and that they have a long road ahead.

Which is much better than what we were looking at yesterday.